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Swelling
I forgot to mention in my 8 month update that swelling is still an issue. It has gotten better over time but I do still swell throughout the day in my abdomen. It is not painful just more so a little uncomfortable. The swelling starts soon after I wake in the morning and gets worse throughout the day. I don't think there's much you can do about it. The body is still healing and it will just take time for that swelling to go away.
40 and fabulous!
I'm about 8 months post op and still happy with my result. I've also kept up a healthy lifestyle. For my 40th birthday I took an amazing trip and rocked 2 piece swimsuits with confidence. My scar is still dark and a little raised in some areas. I stopped using the silagel sheeting after about 6 months or so and I have not done any scar treatments since then. I will have to do some research to see if there's anything that can help improve the scar. I will have my 1 month post op with Dr Joseph in December and I will discuss scar treatment with him as well. Updated pics attached.
3 Months Post Op
It's been about 3 months since my surgery and I had my 3 months post op with Dr. Joseph yesterday. Things have been going very well. My next post op with Dr. Joseph will be at 1 year.
Exercise and Diet
I was cleared to exercise around 6 weeks post op. I started out with just walking on my treadmill at home. After about two weeks or so I started to do intervals at 1 minute run and 1 minute walk then worked my way from there to 5 minutes then 10 minutes then eventually getting back to where I was prior to surgery running three times a week 2-3 miles. I also started light strength training at 6 weeks and worked my way up to being able to lift heavier again. I bought a good quality workout belt to help make me feel secure when I'm exercising. I definitely think working out consistently prior to surgery and being in decent shape helped a lot with my recovery and being able to get back into my exercise routine. I feel great overall but am not comfortable doing any ab exercises yet. That will take a little longer. I've continued to eat healthy and have even lost an extra 5 lbs or so since surgery.
Scar
I have continued to use the silagen sheeting and bought another one at my 3 month post op. I can't say for certain it is working but I think it's probably better than not doing anything at all. So I will keep using the ones I have bought until they are no longer sticky and then that's it. The doc says it will take a year to 2 years for scars to lighten. I knew having this surgery was going to leave a huge scar and it really doesn't bother me all that much. It's not like I'm going to be walking around naked.
Recovery and Expectations
I still have soreness in my back from the lipo and Dr. Joseph says that is normal. I still swell throughout the day and use compression wear sometimes to help me feel more comfortable. I just have to be patient with my body and remember I'm still healing even if I feel and look great. I'm not going to lie and say everything is perfect. I think it's important to have realistic expectations when you get this surgery. For one, I thought I was going to have this super flat perfect stomach and that is just not the case. As I look back at before and after pics of people from different surgeons I started noticing that there is still a little bit of roundness at the top, especially if your stomach was pretty large before the surgery. Also, there is still a small bulge on my right side where the incision ended. It's not a dog ear but maybe just a little extra fat there. Dr. Joseph suggested I wait a year and see where things are and then decide if I want to do anything about it and he will take care of it. But even with these things, I am 100% happy with my decision to get the surgery and I have no regrets about choosing Dr. Joseph. Every morning I wake up and check my belly out in the mirror and I smile. I feel so much better about myself than I have in a very long time. I can't wait to celebrate my 40h birthday this year on vacation and wear whatever the heck I want to wear.
Progress pics attached!
Exercise and Diet
I was cleared to exercise around 6 weeks post op. I started out with just walking on my treadmill at home. After about two weeks or so I started to do intervals at 1 minute run and 1 minute walk then worked my way from there to 5 minutes then 10 minutes then eventually getting back to where I was prior to surgery running three times a week 2-3 miles. I also started light strength training at 6 weeks and worked my way up to being able to lift heavier again. I bought a good quality workout belt to help make me feel secure when I'm exercising. I definitely think working out consistently prior to surgery and being in decent shape helped a lot with my recovery and being able to get back into my exercise routine. I feel great overall but am not comfortable doing any ab exercises yet. That will take a little longer. I've continued to eat healthy and have even lost an extra 5 lbs or so since surgery.
Scar
I have continued to use the silagen sheeting and bought another one at my 3 month post op. I can't say for certain it is working but I think it's probably better than not doing anything at all. So I will keep using the ones I have bought until they are no longer sticky and then that's it. The doc says it will take a year to 2 years for scars to lighten. I knew having this surgery was going to leave a huge scar and it really doesn't bother me all that much. It's not like I'm going to be walking around naked.
Recovery and Expectations
I still have soreness in my back from the lipo and Dr. Joseph says that is normal. I still swell throughout the day and use compression wear sometimes to help me feel more comfortable. I just have to be patient with my body and remember I'm still healing even if I feel and look great. I'm not going to lie and say everything is perfect. I think it's important to have realistic expectations when you get this surgery. For one, I thought I was going to have this super flat perfect stomach and that is just not the case. As I look back at before and after pics of people from different surgeons I started noticing that there is still a little bit of roundness at the top, especially if your stomach was pretty large before the surgery. Also, there is still a small bulge on my right side where the incision ended. It's not a dog ear but maybe just a little extra fat there. Dr. Joseph suggested I wait a year and see where things are and then decide if I want to do anything about it and he will take care of it. But even with these things, I am 100% happy with my decision to get the surgery and I have no regrets about choosing Dr. Joseph. Every morning I wake up and check my belly out in the mirror and I smile. I feel so much better about myself than I have in a very long time. I can't wait to celebrate my 40h birthday this year on vacation and wear whatever the heck I want to wear.
Progress pics attached!
Provider Review
Dr. Joseph is a wonderful surgeon. From the consultation I knew he was the right doctor for me. He took the time to listen to my concerns, explain the surgery and answer my many questions. His nurse, staff, and the staff at the surgery center were also wonderful. Dr. Joseph did a great job with my tummy tuck, muscle repair, and lipo. I had no complications during my surgery or post op. It was worth every penny! I'm so happy I chose Dr. Joseph and decided to finally do this surgery. If you decide to do this surgery, just remember to be patient and have realistic expectations and you will be happy in the end.